Aweil’s Cicilia Talang dominates track, claims 5000m national title in Juba
Aweil’s rising star Cicilia Aget Talang lit up the track on Saturday with a commanding and confident performance, storming to victory in the women’s 5000m at the ongoing National Athletics Championship in Juba. Running with the composure of a seasoned champion, Talang broke away early from the pack, maintaining a punishing pace that none of […]
Trees as a shield against floods in Rubkona county
In the flood-prone areas of Rubkona, years of deforestation and changing rainfall patterns had turned once-productive land into waterlogged plains. Seasonal floods destroyed homes, displaced families, and washed away trees and crops in the area leaving communities struggling to rebuild year after year. This initiative was led by Save the Children, Tearfund and Coalition for […]
South Sudan approves SSP7 trillion budget for 2025–2026 Fiscal Year
The Council of Ministers on Friday approved South Sudan’s 2025–2026 fiscal year budget totaling SSP7 trillion, during an ordinary session chaired by President Salva Kiir Mayardit. The Cabinet has directed the Minister of Finance and Planning to table the budget before Parliament for further debate and final endorsement. Government spokesperson Michael Makuei Lueth noted that […]
Complainer alleges Machar, White Army carried Nasir attack, method remains unproven
Dr. Riek Machar and seven co-accused faced tense testimony Friday, with the main complainer claiming plots against SSPDF in Nasir, but unable to specify how the attack occurred. Captain Richard Gachi Apollo, representing the National Security Service, testified that Dr. Machar conspired with the White Army militia and SPLA-IO forces to orchestrate attacks on the […]
Tensions rise over planned visit of Jonglei Governor to Akobo
Conflicting messages emerged this week over the anticipated visit of Jonglei State Governor Dr. Riak Gai Kok to Akobo, after local authorities affirmed their readiness to receive him while the SPLA-IO loyal to Riek Machar issued strong warnings barring any SPLM-IG officials from entering its controlled areas. Akobo County Commissioner James Kueth Makuach on Thursday […]
New report warns Lake Victoria, lifeline for 45 million, is under serious threat
A comprehensive new State of the Basin Report (SoBR) for the Lake Victoria Basin has warned that the Lake is under serious threat from pollution, climate change, and population pressure, undermining the food security and economic stability of 45 million people. The report released at the sideline event of the COP30 in Brazil, developed by […]
Yakani gives Kiir deadline to end stalemate or face government collapse
Civil society leader Edmund Yakani has issued a stark warning to President Salva Kiir, saying the government has until 22 December 2025 to resolve the country’s nine-month political stalemate or risk triggering a full collapse of the Revitalized Government of National Unity. Yakani, the Executive Director of CEPO, said the prolonged impasse combined with stalled […]
Back to life: Rubkona Technical College reopens, transforming youth and women’s futures
In a region long scarred by conflict and displacement, the reopening of Rubkona Technical College has emerged as a powerful symbol of recovery and resilience. Once abandoned and converted into a storage warehouse, the centre is now buzzing with life, hope, and ambition as youth and women return to classrooms many for the first time […]
UNMISS hands over first phase of Juba Airport apron expansion to SSCAA
The South Sudan Civil Aviation Authority (SSCAA) has officially received Phase One of the apron expansion project at Juba International Airport from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The handover, conducted today at the airport, signals a turning point in efforts to boost operational efficiency, reduce aircraft congestion, and prepare the nation for […]
Juba set for explosive action as Republican Athletics Championship returns
The South Sudan Republican Athletics Championship resumes tomorrow, Saturday, in Juba, with eight local athletics federations expected to compete in the fourth edition of the annual event. Speaking to the media on Friday after meeting with the organizing committee, Majok Ayii, President of the South Sudan Athletics Federation (SSAF), confirmed that preparations are complete and […]
